Welcome Dr. Kim Maroney, Site Based Medical Director, School Based Health Centers
The position as the Site Medical Director for the School Based Health Centers is an exciting opportunity for me for a couple of reasons: First – I love a challenge and these six sites are all essentially start up clinics with their own personality. I can put my experience in building my own practice in…
Supporting School-Based Access To Care
On behalf of our Board of Directors and staff, we were thrilled to celebrate the grand opening of our newest school-based health center in the Glenwood Springs High School on August 24, 2021. Mountain Family Health Centers, in partnership with the Roaring Fork School District, opened our sixth school-based health center welcoming students to receive…
September 2021 Mariposa Award Winner- Wilber Mendez, RN
Where do I start? Wil is truly one of a kind. He is a wonderful person, through and through. Wil is immensely valuable to Mountain Family. I have no doubt that he will take the Edwards clinic to a new level. He will share his experience, knowledge, energy, compassion, innovation, and humor just as he did…
Exemplary Care Award Winner Sept. 2021- Kelly Ketzenbarger, RN
She saw a complex care patient with me who was just released from the hospital where he was treated for multiple chronic conditions. He was found to have chronic bilateral foot wounds which were dressed at the hospital two days prior and was referred to the wound clinic but had yet to go. He was…
August 2021 Mariposa Winner: Marija Weeden, Director of Operations
I want to nominate Marija Weeden for the Mariposa Award. She has really been the driving force behind so many new ventures at Mountain Family in the last year. I don’t know what we would have done without her leadership and support. I know for a fact that she is going to hate this recognition,…
August 2021 Exemplary Care Award Winner: Melissa Meyer, FNP
Due to Melissa’s attention to detail and follow-through, she likely saved a baby’s life and saved a mom from a significant complication. Melissa was caring for a pregnant mom who was at 29 weeks and noted that the patient was developing swelling, and her blood pressure had increased. While it is much less common, pre-eclampsia can…
COVID-19 Vaccine Update
Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the single best thing you can do to protect yourself and your family against the virus. As of July 1, Mountain Family has provided over 7,600 vaccine doses to community members. We recently switched to offering Pfizer vaccine as our primary vaccine available. This allows us to vaccinate anyone 12 and older…
School Based Health Care at Glenwood Springs High School
We are very pleased to announce the opening of our newest school based health center, located in the Glenwood Springs High School. We recently had a soft opening and are planning a grand opening celebration for August 24th. Adolescents are traditionally difficult to reach for primary medical, dental and behavioral health care and this clinic…
Health For All Fund and Founding Members Continue To Make A Difference
Thanks to our many loyal and generous donors, The Mountain Family Health For All Fund continues its support of the doctors, nurses, and other providers at our four health centers and our six school-based health centers. Donors to the fund support vital health-care services, including COVID-19 testing and vaccine inoculations as well as primary care…
June 2021 Exemplary Care Award Winner- Cristina Andrade
Nominated by Barb Corcoran: Cristina really struggled with caring for a patient that seemed to be having a panic/anxiety attack, which then turned into a seizure, paramedics were called. Cristina continues to work with this patient, provide excellent care and is getting her hooked up with services to help her live a healthier, fuller life…
June 2021 Mariposa Award Winner- Alexis States
Nominated by: Pam Herrera, CCMA Alexis is my go-to person when I have any questions. During new hire orientation Alexis explains in depth what the MAS role consist off, gives out a schedule that they will follow and what their training will look like and the steps to become a certified medical assistant. Alexis is also in…
May 2021 Mariposa Award Winner- Stephany Ortega
Nominated by: Dalia SalazarStephany is very caring and always willing to help. I believe her dedication and motivation make her a great candidate for this award. Nominated by: Pam HerreraI would like to nominate Stephany Ortega RN for the Mariposa Award for the following reasons.Stephany has been a team player since she first started in…
Vaccine Days at Basalt High School- May 20th and June 10th
Basalt High School May 20th from 130p-4p, 16 yrs of age and older. We are offering 1st and 2nd doses (you did not have to get your 1st dose with us if you still need your 2nd dose you can come) No appointment needed June 10th from 130p-4p, 16 yrs of age and older. 2nd Doses only, (you did…
Health For All Fund and Founding Members Continue To Make A Difference
Thanks to our many loyal and generous donors, The Mountain Family Health For All Fund continues its support of the doctors, nurses, and other providers on the front lines at our four health centers and our six school-based health centers. Donors to the fund support vital health-care services, including COVID-19 testing and vaccine inoculations as…